We are The Northern Horse — a living tribute to Britain’s mounted warriors through the ages. Our passion lies in bringing history to life: the thunder of hooves, the gleam of armour, and the courage of those who rode in service of king, country, and cause.
From the legions of Rome to the riders of the Great War, we honour the men and horses who shaped the story of Britain across nearly two thousand years. Each era we portray — whether Roman cavalry on the frontier, medieval knights defending their lands, or troopers in the mud and wire of the Western Front — tells a tale of discipline, devotion, and the unbreakable bond between horse and rider.
Our key periods include:
• Roman Cavalry – Auxiliary riders of the Ala Avgvsta Prima Gallorum
• Early Medieval – Warriors of the Dark Ages and early feudal Britain
• English Civil War & Restoration – Royalist, Scottish Covenanter, and Parliamentarian cavalry
• American War of Independence – British and American mounted troops of the late 18th century
• Victorian Era – Cavalry of the British Empire, from the Crimean War to colonial campaigns
• World War I – Mounted soldiers in the twilight of cavalry warfare
Through live displays, battlefield demonstrations, and immersive living history, we don’t just tell the story of cavalry — we ride it. Every performance, every drill, every gallop across the field is a salute to the generations who rode before us, keeping their memory alive for all to see and feel.
Our Mission
• To breathe life into the stories of cavalrymen and their horses with authenticity, energy, and heart.
• To represent the evolution of mounted warfare across the centuries through faithful recreation of clothing, weapons, tack, and tactics.
• To share the human and equine spirit behind the armour — courage, loyalty, and the enduring partnership of horse and rider.
• To uphold the highest standards of horsemanship, welfare, and safety in every aspect of our work.
Join the Ranks
Step into history.
Whether you’re an experienced rider, a devoted historian, or simply captivated by the romance of the past, there’s a place for you among us. You don’t need your own horse — only the passion to learn, to perform, and to keep history alive.
Come ride with The Northern Horse — and feel the past thunder beneath your feet.